Importance of Dharamsala

Dharamsala, India, is where the Dalai Lama has lived more than 50 years in exile. In Hindi, Dharamsala translates to "spiritual dwelling" (24), which is a fitting name for the host town of an exiled leader and thousands of other Tibetan refugees. It resembles the climate of Tibet because of its high altitude and cooler weather compared to the rest of India. Many times throughout the book, the Dalai Lama expresses his gratitude toward the Indian government for allowing him to seek haven and continue his spiritual teaching with their protection.